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Folger Shakespeare Library Tours
Set in Capitol Hill in a unique building that blends Streamline Moderne and Greco Deco, this independent research library contains the world’s largest collection of William Shakespeare’s printed works. Endowed by Shakespeare memorabilia collector Henry Clay Folger (a former chairman of the Standard Oil Company and a member of the Folger Coffee family), the library was opened 316 years to the day after the Bard’s death, on April 23, 1932.
In addition to its permanent collections and rotating art exhibits, the Library houses the three-tiered, Elizabethan-style Folger Theater, which each season stages three of Shakespeare’s plays, as well as literary readings and lectures.
In addition to its permanent collections and rotating art exhibits, the Library houses the three-tiered, Elizabethan-style Folger Theater, which each season stages three of Shakespeare’s plays, as well as literary readings and lectures.
Practical Information
Free, hour-long tours of the Library are offered without need for
reservations on Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. or 3 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. and 1
p.m.; and Sunday at 1 p.m. Elizabethan Garden tours are offered April
–October, on the first and third Saturdays of the month at 10 a.m. and
11 a.m. Reading Room tours, including the Library’s rare volumes and
art, on Saturdays from 12-1 p.m.; advance reservations are required.
Address: 201 East Capitol St SE, Washington DC 20003, USA
Hours: Public: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Mon-Sat, 12:00 pm-5:00 pm Sun.
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Lonely Planet Experiences: American Politics & Debate on Capitol Hill Tour
Get an insider take on DC politics, history, and landmarks on a 2-hour walking tour of the Capitol Hill neighborhood that concludes in a beloved local pub or cafe. You’ll see the US Capitol Building, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress while chatting about current American politics and policy along the way. This 2-hour Capitol Hill walking tour is limited to 12 people for a personalized experience and offers an up-to-date immersion in America’s historic capital city.
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Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Capitol Hill and Eastern Market Guided Walking Tour with Earpiece for Audio
The Capitol
Hill is the summit of American Democracy-literally and figuratively. The Capitol was built on Jenkins Hill, the
highest
elevation on the National Mall.
The U.S. Capitol Building, the majestic symbol of modern democracy is our starting point. After a tour of the Capitol, we will visit the largest library in the world, the Library of Congress with its amazing
testimony to “Life Long Learning”. Next stop, the U.S. Supreme Court for a picture stop and contemplation of ‘Equal Justice Under Law.’ Behind these monumental buildings is the lively, historic Capitol Hill neighborhood. We will explore the beautiful architecture, parks, and the engaging stories of life ‘on the Hill.’ The tour ends at the historic Eastern Market where old and new come together in a truly Washingtonian
vibe. Enjoy the variety of foods and melding of cultures in this colorful historical public market.
Lets embrace life and have an unforgettable moment in our Nation's Capitol. ComeSmileWithUs!
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$49.00
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Washington DC Haunted Capitol Walking Tour
There's a long and haunted history behind one of America's most notable buildings, as the US Capitol is one of Washington DC's most haunted spots. Hear the tales of political tragedy and local superstition, and gain spooky insight into some of the Capitol's little-known, little-told secrets. Led by a professional tour guide and actor, this tour will help you see the Capitol in an unknown—and undead—light.
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